Children with bronchopneumonia do not necessarily need to be hospitalized, depending on the child’s condition. If the condition is stable, outpatient treatment can be considered, but if the condition is serious enough to require hospitalization, it is recommended to follow the physician’s recommendations for treatment after consultation. Bronchopneumonia in children belongs to a kind of pneumonia in a broad sense. It is usually accompanied by cough, sputum, fever, shortness of breath, wheezing and other symptoms. Outpatient treatment can be considered if the child is in stable condition, has a good mental state and diet, and has easy access to a doctor. Treatment is comprehensive and based on the principles of improving ventilation, controlling inflammation, treating symptoms, and preventing and treating complications. However, if the child develops poor mental health, poor diet, high fever, shortness of breath, or even a drop in blood oxygen, hospitalization is recommended to ensure the child’s safety. Hospitalization allows the medication regimen to be adjusted under the monitoring of healthcare professionals, and the tests are relatively complete, allowing for further clarification of the cause of the disease. Children with bronchopneumonia must seek medical attention to avoid deterioration and delayed treatment, and the doctor will decide whether to hospitalize the child based on his or her condition.